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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1903
Page
8
The article explains catarrh as more than nasal inflammation touching nearly all mucous membranes and body parts. It promotes Stuart's Catarrh Tablets as an internal remedy addressing blood and mucous membranes, claiming quick relief and cure.
Buffalo reports indicate arrests may follow the Burdick murder inquest as evidence is gathered. Witnesses describe domestic trouble and threats from Pennell, with testimony from Church of the Messiah members about Burdick and Burdick’s wife.
In Lafayette, Charles and Amelia Duhme defend against Frederick Chase’s filing in federal court seeking guardianship and estate settlement of bioses Fowler Chase now in France. The estate is valued near 1 million dollars and a judge named Anderson may oversee guardianship action. General Drake plans a 1 million dollar endowment for Drake University with a 150000 dollar donation for new buildings.
An old advertisement warns that Grey’s Sweet Powders for Children harm many schoolchildren. The notice claims the remedy fails to relieve ailments and references a children’s home. It appears as a fragmented OCR pasted into a newspaper segment with unclear phrasing and garbled words.
Charles H. Unthan, billed as the armless wortler, star of a vkudeville act, adapts to life with no arms using feet to perform tasks like shooting a cigar, cork from a bottle, and triggering a gun with toes. He studies violin in Leipsle using his feet, plays cornet, travels worldwide, and has impressed rulers including the German emperor.
A German entertainer born in Koenigsburg Prussia dazzles audiences by using his feet for tasks normally done by hands. He plays violin and cornet, writes letters, shaves, dresses, and eats with his feet. An able swimmer, he gives exhibitions in Europe during seasons. His life, travels, and self reliance are highlighted as his most striking feats. He arrived in America four weeks ago and plans long engagements in England after visiting Chicago, Tours, and Indianapolis.
A mother sobs in police court as her son, allegedly lured from home by Stella Middaugh at 416 W Court Street, is charged after three prior arrests. Stella denies knowledge of his location, while the youth known as Shiner Atddaugh has left the city. He has been fined and jailed before, with bonds posted by his bondsman each time, and the mother offers to pay any fine to bring him home.
Landers Johnson of Wartle Corners Riviey county is held at a police station pending an investigation by lunacy commissioners after a drunken episode. He claimed to be a detective, brandished a shield, warned saloon keepers, and caused a patrol call before being restrained. The incident occurred near Market Street as a crowd teased him. Wert MacCoy reports from Columbus.
The Greensburg church controversy ends with the court ruling Sherman remains a member in good standing. Sherman, once a minister with liberal ideas, had sued a Christian church corporation for damages claiming political ruin. A Newcastle representative backed him, but the court found no grounds to remove him from the congregation.
Postmaster McGitonis oversees selection of summer hats for mail carriers. The department plans to purchase over ten hats in light gray felt for uniform appearance, with style chosen by the head chaplain minister, though carriers may pick from government ads. Carriers pay for their own hat and are not strictly bound to the chosen style.
A fragment notes a medical professional named Dr J B Kirkpatrice specializing in formal rectal and genito-urinary care. The readable text is limited and does not provide a clear event, location, or date. The item appears as a brief medical notice or catalog-like reference within a historical newspaper page segment.
Ty9 Colted States met corporation Mie Thorday announces a merger of three new companion fire corporations acquired since the trust’s formation. The combined capital stock falls to 61 million dollars, reducing state taxes and moving principal offices to Pittsboro. Directors include Me By Corry Charles M. Schwoh BE W. Gary and others.
Union members in Seatti R Washington stage a one day protest on Thursday in response to the Tascoma strike. More than ten men are out as the streetcar union forms on Wednesday and plans possible action. Federal court injunctions may follow.
Post mortem at the Kalamazoo asylum reveals a bizarre death case. Fred Cerson, a long term patient, had six pounds of junk including nails, buttons, wire and buckles removed from his stomach. He had suffered stomach trouble since 1847.
A Washington dispatch lists pensions awarded to numerous Indiana individuals under Originals and Increase reissues. Names include A Cullamor Indianapolis $8, Charles B Payne Indianapolis $6, Warren Chapman Indianapolis $51, Pearl Kearns Covington $6, and many others across cities such as Lafayette, Greenfield, Muncie, and Indianapolis with varying amounts. Widows, minors, and dependents are noted with payments to Martha Pierce Eby $8 and Jeanette Daw Lugan $8 among others.
Chicago report details Patrick Mulvshidl Mulvhill badly burned after falling into a bed of burning coke in a plasterer’s portable furnace on a four story building floor. Rescued by coworkers his right hand and face suffered severe injuries and scalp burned. Incident occurred during plastering work as Mis- Murvinill stood near and slipped into the coal. Also from East Buffalo Live Stock market with cattle receipts and price notes.
New York March 25 big stock advance early then a broad retreat. Wabash, B&O rise while Southern Pacific gains. prices swing with some rail and copper shares firming. Noon quotes show mixed outcomes amid a volatile session as traders weigh Vanderbilt related speculation and potential shifts in control.
East Liberty Pennsylvania reports cattle, hogs, sheep, veal, and fat cattle prices with receipts and quality listings. Cincinnati and Chicago markets show cattle, hogs, and sheep receipts, price ranges and typical quality grades, with detailed wholesale provisions and staple goods pricing across multiple commodities.
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